GLANDERS Meaning and
Definition
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Glanders is a highly contagious and often fatal infectious disease that affects horses and other similar equines. It is caused by the bacterium Burkholderia mallei. This disease can also be transmitted to humans, although it is rare and usually occurs through direct contact with the bodily fluids or tissues of infected animals.
Symptoms of glanders in horses include nasal discharge, coughing, high fever, and the formation of nodular lesions in the respiratory system. These lesions can obstruct breathing, leading to severe respiratory distress. Glandular swelling may also occur around the head and neck.
In humans, glanders can present as acute or chronic infections. Acute cases often manifest as fever, chills, muscle aches, and respiratory symptoms. Chronic cases may result in skin ulcers, nodules, or abscesses. Although treatable with antibiotics in the early stages, glanders is difficult to diagnose and can often be mistaken for other respiratory or skin infections.
Due to its highly contagious nature, glanders is a notifiable disease, meaning that its presence must be reported to animal health authorities. Infected horses are typically euthanized to prevent the further spread of the disease. Preventive measures include implementing strict hygiene practices, proper isolation and quarantine of affected animals, and regular testing for early detection.
Historically, glanders was a significant concern in the military as it has been used as a biological weapon. Today, though rare, cases of glanders still occur in some regions, primarily in parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
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The form of equinia in which the mucous membrane of the nose is chiefly involved.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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A disease of horses, generally affecting the mucous membrane of the nostrils, in which foul matter runs from the nose.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for GLANDERS
- hlanders
- ylanders
- gkanders
- gpanders
- goanders
- glznders
- glsnders
- glwnders
- glqnders
- glabders
- glamders
- glajders
- glahders
- glansers
- glanxers
- glancers
- glanfers
- glanrers
- glaneers
Etymology of GLANDERS
The word "glanders" derives from the Old French term "glandres", which is believed to have originated from the Latin word "glandulae", meaning "swellings" or "glands". In the past, "glanders" referred to a highly contagious and often fatal infectious disease affecting horses, caused by the bacterium Burkholderia mallei. The disease manifested with nasal discharge, swelling, and ulceration of the respiratory tract. Although somewhat rare today, it was prevalent in the past, especially during warfare when infected horses played a significant role in transmitting the disease.
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